Robert's Yukon Adventure Day

Sat Jan 17, 2026
Various times
Age: 3 and up
Price: $5 online; $7 at the door
Location:
The Grove
1421 Milwaukee Ave, Glenview, IL, 60025
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Are you ready for an adventure? Illinois’ first naturalist, Robert Kennicott, grew up at The Grove and made two expeditions to the Yukon, in 1859 and 1865. Bring your family to experience Robert’s journey north and discover what his life was like in this frigid territory.

• Watch dog sledding teams from Adopt-a-Husky, proudly sponsored by the Grove Heritage Association.

• Learn about winter ecology and animal adaptations.

• Try snow shoeing and snow experiments

• Participate in an indoor snowball fight

• Hot cocoa and s’mores by the campfire (available for purchase, cash only.)

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